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Car Starting Problems

Some of the common car starting problems stem from a discharged battery, a bad fuel pump (or no fuel), a weakened starter motor, or a broken electrical connection. Checking each part will help troubleshoot why the car won’t start.

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Why would a 1989 Ford Probe start then shuts off if the car is getting fuel?

My neibor recently had the same problem with his 89 Probe. First remove and check the spark plugs. Fuel-Injector Cleaners, etc. tend to foul out the plugs. They may or may not need replaced. Just take them out and if they are black and/or look or feel wet, clean them up with a wire brush and a clean cloth and put them back in. If it still wont stay running, check the computer for codes. The procedure shouldn't be too hard to find on Google or similar. subminted by MiddleEartHippie(on AIM) I just had this problem with my 89 probe and it drove me crazy, turned out to be distributor needed replacement, also my tachometer went alittle hay wire while i kept foot on gas to keep it running.

Where is the started located on a 1978 Oldsmobile delta 88?

It is located under the vehicle directly beside the front drivers side tire.

How do you keep the car battery alive when car is not in use?

take it out store in a dry place that's warm and not on concrete it will draw the juice out of it.

What if Car will not crank over at all with fully charged battery?

Engine will not "crank"

Without doing a "hands on" troubleshooting of your vehicle, none of us can tell you specifically what is the cause of the problem.

Therefore this answer will be generic in nature. Here are some possible causes that I can think of at the moment:
  • A connector has become disconnected or loose somewhere in the "start" circuit.
  • Corrosion or road film has developed on the metal contacts within a connector or terminal connection.
  • A wire has become cut or broken.
  • The starter solenoid has become defective.
  • The ignition switch start contacts have become defective.
  • The starter has become defective.


There are surely other causes that I've overlooked at the moment. Good luck!

Why is the car taking longer to start when the key is put in the ignition?

A car may take longer to start in extreme cold, especially if it has an older, weaker battery. In any temperature, a car will take longer to start if it has a dying battery.

How do you figure out what the problem would be starting a 1993 mercury cougar that does not want to start in the winter?

Try unpluging the Ignition control module while the key is in the on position. Wait until you here the relays click, then plug it back in, next do not shut the hood or door, try starting it. If it starts, then you either have a bad Ignition module, bad harness connector or a sticking relay. This is the problem I have on my 94, but it happens more when it is hot. I discvered this while searching the internet for my prolem. I saw this for both hot and cold conditions. It is call the famous Ford connector wiggle test. Good luck. If you find it to be something else, please respond back to this post as I have still to this day not figured out what the exact problem is. Still wiggling connector Run1

The key will not come out of the ignition or start in a 1997 Chevy blazer but it does turn over and the neutral safety switch was replaced What could it be?

replace entire ignition switch. refer to Mitchell Manuel for precise removal instructions and special tools needed. ++ ANSWER ++ Mine did that for about a month. I just kept turning 97 Blazer on and off till it released the key. Been about a year and it hasn't repeated. Sure was frustrating. At one point I was leaving the key in it (throw a towel over the column) and used a spare key to get in & out. That is what insurance is for right?!!

Why won't a car that has been parked for years start?

Try turning the engine over with a wrench on the end of the crankshaft, removing the sparkplugs will make this easier, if you're unable to turn it, then it's seized. You will possibly need to do a full engine overhaul, to have any chance of starting it.

However, if you can turn it over this way, the fuel is likely to be 'Stale', the complete fuel system will need to be drained, cleaned (especially the fuel tank and carburettor), filters replaced and refilled with fresh fuel. Also check the ignition system, ensuring that there are sparks on all plugs (preferably new ones).

In the morning only mornings you have trouble starting your Toyota highlander and to get it to start I keep the rpm high press gas until it starts. The rest of the day it is fine?

if the car sits over night.. it may take a little longer in the mornings to get going. for instance if its cold.. u wait until it heats up.. do u see where im comin from? i work in the garage at Toyota of Easley

Why did your transponder key quit working after you change the battery?

Most likely the reason is when the battery is disconnected, there is no power to the PMC. On this car, you may have to reset the code, or chip...Try to disconnect the negative cable, and have the key in the ignition (KOEO), it may wqork...Tom..

When jumping off a car and the car wont start but only clicks what is the cause?

Low voltage. Clicking is the starter solenoid. Low battery on the good car, bad cables or a bad connection. If they are all good, then the solenoid may be bad.

How do you disable the Immobilizer Theft Deterrent System on a 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio as now the car will not start after attempting to use the valet key?

The immobilizer can not be disabled, You will need to go to the VW dealer and have the key re-programmed. If it is the correct key.
This problem can occur when the dealer replaces the ECU module - they sometimes forget to tell you that they will need ALL the keys to get them recognized as valid by the ECU.

Where is the starter at on 1994 Toyota 4wd pickup?

If you go under the passenger side fender well and lift up the back part of the rubber skirt that protects the enging you'll be looking dead at it. for a reference of what it looks like, look up a picture online.

Replace starter on 93 Chevrolet 2500?

A 93 GM truck? Yes. Replace the starter every four years as part of regular maintenance.

How do you test an electronic coil?

there is nothing to test a coil is just a peice of metal rapped in circles

Why do trains make a clackerty clack noise?

Theclackerty clack noise is caused by the small gaps in between the separate rails of the track. The tracks our days are built closer together, so there is less of a gap and less noise.

Why would your 88 Toyota Camry not be getting fire It's turning over but not starting?

We have just replaced the engine, distributor, plugs and the ignitor, a few other nuts and bolts, it will turn over, and it's started for a second of two, but can't get it to stay running. Our mechanic wants an arm and a leg to even look at it, if anyone can help please let me know, or if you have any questions you can post them here and I'll answer, thank you so much.

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